Bristol City Council was one of the first councils in the country to set up a citizens panel in 1998.  Statistically representative of the population of Bristol, the panel has been invaluable to the council and its partners in researching how Bristol people feel on issues and as a sounding-board for future policies and decisions.  The panel currently has a member of 2,000 people and during its existence many thousands of people have served on the panel or been given the opportunity to join.  The panel's membership is constantly 'refreshed' to continue to provide opportunities for people to get involved in local decision making. 

Explore our pages to learn more about the work of the panel, the research it has generated and the influence it has had.